The Denver Broncos signed cornerback Pat Surtain II to a mega extension this morning which made him the highest paid cornerback in the league.
It was reported earlier this morning that the Denver Broncos have signed All-Pro cornerback Pat Surtain II to a mega four-year extension worth $96 million dollars. This is a well-deserved contract extension for Surtain II who is the Broncos’ best player, the best corner in the league, and someone they’re going to build around moving forward.
Unlike with other teams, the Broncos got this extension done without any drama. We saw Brandon Aiyuk, Ceedee Lamb, Ja’Marr Chase, and Trent Williams all sit out training camp and the preseason awaiting extensions from their team. Surtain went the opposite route. He practiced every day, played in the second preseason game, and there was no drama between the two sides.
This surprise announcement on a Wednesday morning before week one of the regular season was an exciting one for Broncos Country. We all knew it was coming sooner rather than later but there was not any buzz that it was close so it was an exciting way to start our Wednesday morning.
Here is a collection of reactions from NFL media, Broncos fans, current players, and everyone else about the Broncos making cornerback Pat Surtain II the highest-paid cornerback in the league
YEAH 2!!! Happy for you brudda! No doubt https://t.co/RsAmYDjaru
— Justin Simmons (@jsimms1119) September 4, 2024
Over 80% of Pat Surtain’s four-year, $96M extension is guaranteed ($77.5M).
That’s unheard of for that much of a contract to be guaranteed.
Shows how much the Broncos value and trust Pat. As they should.
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) September 4, 2024
WELL DESERVED! Pat Surtain is now the highest paid DB in league history. https://t.co/ENndVjSfEm
— Romi Bean (@Romi_Bean) September 4, 2024
The Broncos & Patrick Surtain II have agreed to terms on a massive 4-year extension worth $96M, $24M per year. (per me) $77.5M guaranteed. (Double Elways)
PS2 becomes the highest-paid DB in NFL history, and this is the image I see when I close my eyes at night. pic.twitter.com/KhsRKaKjJr
— ThatsGoodSports (@BrandonPerna) September 4, 2024
Patrick Surtain II is now the highest-paid DB in NFL history
He is one of just three CBs with both a coverage grade and run defense grade of 80+ since 2022 pic.twitter.com/xF7lciE3u0
— PFF DEN Broncos (@PFF_Broncos) September 4, 2024
At the start of training camp Sean Payton was asked about a new contract for CB Patrick Surtain. Payton appeared so sure of it happening that he just said,
“That is one of those answers of we will get to it when we want to.”
As in … It’ll happen, he knows it, we know it.
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) September 4, 2024
For historical reference, Darrelle Revis’ 6 year, $96M contract in Tampa Bay back in 2013 represented nearly 13% of the league salary cap.
Patrick Surtain II’s 4 year, $96M market reset extension represents only 9.4%.
— Spotrac (@spotrac) September 4, 2024
Congratulations @PatSurtainll
He’s now the highest paid defensive back in NFL history #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/xG0w7vHk7B
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) September 4, 2024
“Patrick Surtain II reset the market and he’s a cornerstone of that Broncos franchise..
He’s technically sound and he breaks on the ball with quickness” ~ @DariusJButler #PMSLive https://t.co/BfaPMyXL98 pic.twitter.com/SbAEfxiZpx
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) September 4, 2024
Breaking news on @GMFB: The #Broncos and All-Pro CB Patrick Surtain II agreed to terms on a mammoth contract extension. All the details… pic.twitter.com/gHvycfPYUa
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 4, 2024
Having pat surtain around seems lovely. Especially since we all just bought his jersey.
— Mike DeCicco (@MikeDeCicco) September 4, 2024
Highest paid DB in history
Patrick Surtain II pic.twitter.com/bJMtxVA2Tz
— Bryce (@MileHighMims) September 4, 2024
Congratulations to my dude @PatSurtainll on a well earned 4-year extension worth $96M including $77.5M guaranteed. #BroncosCountry
It’s joy to watch you put in work everyday. I know your dad @psurtain23 is so proud of you. pic.twitter.com/0qcBMcNPD9
— Nick Ferguson (@NickFerguson_25) September 4, 2024
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Title: Twitter reacts to the Broncos making Pat Surtain II the highest paid cornerback in the league
Author: Scotty Payne